What We Do

The Community Outreach and Engagement team is focused on reducing the cancer burden in Michigan. We use data-driven strategies and community-based participatory approaches to implement evidence-based interventions across our statewide catchment area. Led by faculty experts and our community advisory board, we facilitate bi-directional research to advance science and build capacity among community partner organizations across Michigan.

AIMS:

Identify and Communicate the Cancer Burden

• Access, collect and analyze local, state and national data.
• Disseminate catchment area data to internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate collaborations through the community advisory board and partner organizations.

Implement and Evaluate Evidence-Based Interventions

• Provide training and technical assistance to support interventions conducted through and by partner organizations.
• Assess knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs among disparate populations to tailor evidence-based interventions.
• Conduct educational and public health campaigns tailored to catchment needs.

 Facilitate Bi-directional Research

• Support and energize catchment area research focused on priority cancers and risk factors within the cancer center and the communities we serve.
• Engage community organizations and members in research design and implementation.
• Increase participation of communities in cancer research and clinical trials.